Behind the Closed Door: An Analysis of Domestic Violence in India
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Singhaal, Nayonikaa
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2024-04-04
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One in three women in India faces intimate partner violence in the form of emotional, sexual, or physical abuse. India is home to about 604.7 million women, 45% of whom are married and over 80 million of whom face domestic violence. However, only 6,900 cases of domestic violence were reported in 2022. The act against domestic violence came only into existence in 2005, while the Indian Constitution was formed in 1949. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act is an act that gives the opportunity to female victims to come forward and break the cycle of silence, abuse, and torture. At the time of formation of the law, 37% of Indian women faced domestic violence; after 20 years of the formation and implementation of the act, nearly 30% of women still face physical abuse from their partners. The paper aims to ascertain the role that society and the legislature play in determining why domestic violence in India remains this prevalent. As the paper progresses it
also assesses the effectiveness of prevention and intervention strategies aimed at addressing domestic violence, including legal and social interventions in terms of bystander efficacy and the role of society in determining whether the victim deserves help. This research paper depends on the data, statistics, and findings accumulated from secondary sources in the form of research papers, interviews, case studies, and statistics. By examining the prevalence, and the effectiveness of existing interventions in terms of the response of the victims, and potency of the law in relation to its implementation and its scope, the study seeks to provide valuable insights into the multifaceted nature of this social problem. The findings from this research have the potential to inform policymakers, advocacy groups, law enforcers, and society at large, which can help facilitate the development of effective strategies to combat domestic violence. Ultimately, it is hoped that this research
will contribute to the broader discourse on gender-based violence and the creation of a safer and more equitable society for individuals affected by domestic violence in India.